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Web Media and Design

B.A. Degree with a major in Web Media & Design

Create. Design. Go Viral

UMF’s Web Media and Design program blends art and design skills with computer science knowledge, including databases, networking, and coding, preparing students for digital media careers.

UMF’s Web Media & Design program offers small class sizes and well-equipped multimedia labs, giving students the resources to build a strong portfolio for graduation and future careers. The program emphasizes conceptual, problem-solving, and visual skills, teaching students to create designs that are both meaningful and functional.

Students also gain technical expertise through computer science coursework, including web development, databases, networking, coding, algorithms, and computer graphics. Throughout the program, students tackle increasingly complex projects that blend traditional and cutting-edge technologies, preparing them for diverse careers in digital media and design.

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Students combine creativity and technology to design engaging digital experiences. Through hands-on projects, they build the skills needed to create websites, interactive media, and digital products.

  • Graphic Design
  • User Experience (UX) Design
  • Digital Media & Imaging
  • Web Design & Development
  • Software Development
  • Computational Thinking

By graduation, students have developed a professional portfolio that showcases their creative, technical, and problem-solving abilities for careers in digital design and technology.

Why UMF

Career Ready Graduates

Students gain hands-on experience through project-based coursework, internships, independent projects, and collaborative work with community partners.
Experiential Learning

Small Classes, Big Opportunities

Small classes and well-equipped labs provide personalized support and opportunities to build a strong portfolio.
Academics

Affordability

UMF offers a high-quality education at an affordable cost, helping students launch creative careers with less debt.
Costs & Aid

Where Can a Web Media & Design Degree Take You?

Web Media & Design graduates stand out for their combination of artistic vision, problem-solving skills, and technical know-how—qualities valued across tech, media, marketing, and creative industries.

Interested in a Minor?

Web Media & Design pairs well with a variety of minors that can help you expand your creative, technical, and professional skill set. Popular complementary minors include Computer Science, Business Communications, Film Studies, and Video Game Studies.

Whether you’re interested in coding interactive experiences, producing digital content, crafting compelling stories, or building communication and marketing skills, a minor can help you tailor your degree to your interests and career goals.

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